National Holidays

1.

National
Holidays in

2.

About
Canada
Canada is the
second-largest
country in the
world, known for
its natural beauty
and multicultural
society. It has
ten provinces and
three territories

3.

National Holidays
Overview
Canada celebrates
many national
holidays, such as
Canada Day,
Thanksgiving, and
Labour Day. Some
holidays are
unique to certain
provinces or to

4.

What is Victoria
Day?
Victoria Day is a
holiday celebrated
only in Canada. It
honors Queen
Victoria, who
played an
important role in
Canadian history.

5.

When Is It
Celebrated?
Victoria Day is
celebrated on the
Monday before May
25. It marks the
unofficial start
of summer in
Canada.

6.

History of the
Holiday
The holiday was
first celebrated
in 1845, during
Queen Victoria’s
lifetime. After
her death, it
became a national
tradition to honor

7.

Why Is It Important?
Victoria Day
symbolizes the
connection between
Canada and its
historical roots in
the British
Commonwealth. It
also reminds
Canadians of the

8.

How Canadians
Celebrate
Canadians celebrate
with fireworks,
parades, and outdoor
activities. Many
families enjoy
picnics, barbecues,
and the first warm
days of the season.

9.

Traditions
Todayoften hold
Cities
public firework
shows, and parks get
crowded with people.
Garden centers
become very busy
because many
Canadians start
planting on this

10. Conclusion

Conclus
ion
Victoria Day is more
than a historical
holiday — it is a
symbol of Canadian
culture and the
arrival of summer. It
remains an important
part of national